Answers

Divide 42/24 with 16/12

1^st number: 1 18/24, 2^nd number: 1 4/12

42/24 ÷ 16/12 is 21/16.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 16/12: 12/16
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 42/24 ÷ 16/12 = 42/24 × 12/16
3. = 42 × 12/24 × 16 = 504/384
4. After reducing the fraction, the answer is 21/16
5. In mixed form: 15/16

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